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Many home centers are only selling water-based paints these days, because most DIY home owners are not familiar enough with the advantages of alkyd (oil-based) paints. In the US, many states are phasing out oil paint due to environmental concerns. But alkyd enamels remain the superior choice for certain applications. Alkyd paints dry much slower than latex, and as a result provide a much smoother and potentially glossy finish, with a hard enamel that resists scratching, scuffing, fingerprinting, and staining. A side-by-side comparison with latex easily demonstrates that oil-based paints provide a more attractive look for applications that have gloss in them. | Many home centers are only selling water-based paints these days, because most DIY home owners are not familiar enough with the advantages of alkyd (oil-based) paints. In the US, many states are phasing out oil paint due to environmental concerns. But alkyd enamels remain the superior choice for certain applications. Alkyd paints dry much slower than latex, and as a result provide a much smoother and potentially glossy finish, with a hard enamel that resists scratching, scuffing, fingerprinting, and staining. A side-by-side comparison with latex easily demonstrates that oil-based paints provide a more attractive look for applications that have gloss in them. | ||
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